SPL is the repeater split. It's a separate addon board like the CTCSS board. You left out a demonstration of VFO mode. (After band J). It enables continuous coverage in 5kHz steps from the basement to the attic including the A-channels within the D band. No skips!
I’m in lookin for a cb to put in my off road suv, I’ve been lookin at this one and the midland 75-822. Probably won’t get much use and I don’t know much about them which would be better for me?
I don't have any info on this radio, however, I would assume that the earlier 5 KHz setting may be related to VFO operation which I assume the radio may be capable of. Additional assumption is that this particular setting/adjustment would determine what frequency increments that one could select when tuning around with the radio in VFO mode (possibly 1, 5, 10, 12.5 or 25 KHz increments??). The SPL function is probably used for Split Frequency operation (for 10 Meter FM repeater operation which uses a standard 100 KHz offset). Some 10 Meter FM amateur repeaters utilize a Positive (+100 KHz) offset and, other repeaters will use a Negative (-100 KHz) offset. Most repeaters on 10 Meters use a Negative 100 KHz offset. Albeit rare, some repeaters may utilize a non-standard offset that may be less than 100 KHz (like maybe 80 KHz or something else odd). The TSQ (Tone coded Squelch) is likely an option that must be installed (i.e. added) to the radio so that CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) can be activated. Some 10 Meter amateur repeaters require CTCSS embedded on the FM carrier. Motorola has their own term for CTCSS that is called "PL" (Private Line). AGAIN, if you are using this radio on the upper portion of the amateur radio band for 10 Meter FM repeater operation, you MUST use one of the above 100 KHz offsets and in some cases you may also need CTCSS activated on the proper subaudible frequency/tone to access some of those 10 Meter FM repeaters. Some repeaters are totally open (they don't require a CTCSS tone) while others will require a CTCSS tone. NOTE: An amateur radio license is required for operating inside the amateur 10 Meter band. AND...an amateur radio General, Advanced or Extra class license is required to operate, within the 10 Meter amateur band - if you are venturing above 28.500 MHz. As far as I know, ALL 10 Meter FM repeaters are within the frequency range of 29.500 - 29.700 MHz. Most 10 Meter FM repeaters use a Negative offset. ALSO, some 10 Meter repeaters may transmit out on other amateur radio bands in the VHF/UHF region... in addition to retransmitting your signal out on 10 Meters. Consult the ARRL repeater directory for detailed information. Always pay careful attention to the repeater ID when you are attempting to utilize a 10 Meter FM repeater because you can then cross-reference that repeater callsign and obtain a better understanding of what else you may be keying up and where it is. Keep in mind that propagation on 10 Meters is a major factor in determining which repeaters you may be capable of accessing. I live in Pennsylvania and my first QSO on a 10 Meter repeater was with another ham in NJ (he was about 100 miles away from me). We were both accessing a 10 Meter FM repeater in Puerto Rico to accomplish the contact. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Continuous_Tone-Coded_Squelch_System
Awesome review. Can you please explain why the L45 Wire was clip for? you said it was for a conversion? what conversion may that be??? thanks again for making a great review.. 👍👍
I was curios, can you put an spst toggle in line where you cut the white wire, and if I decided to go back to 10m would I have to do an MCU reset every time I change from 10M to CB. Thanks Eddie kj4fgi
AM is limited to 10 watts because that produces 40 watts PEP ("swing") at 100% modulation. If you could achieve 40 watts carrier on AM, modulation would produce 160 watts PEP, or at least try briefly before the big "POP" sound. FM is allowed the higher power because carrier and PEP are the same under modulation. So it's not really a programming issue.
open it up, cut the wite jumpernext to the white flat cable , and then program it, (power of, fuction and p6 push in and hold, then switch on, and follow the screen, options cb, hf and 10 meter only, push enter, and ready. )
Hmmm same finals as a 955 and a few others . So that said knowing what a 955 can do why not tune this radio there is easily 60 to 80 watts to be had here remove that junky little speaker and slap a fan in its place and easily drive a 2 pill hi drive . Maybe even tickle a 4 pill some. Or de tune to run a 667 or any 1x4 maybe 2x6 ... This is a little beast with alot of potential. No one would suspect a 2x6 in the trunk with that radio in the dash . Hahaha
Oh there's plenty of room for everyone, Mr Radio policeman - lol. - *First* let's see certain Alpha-Hotels arrested & fined for harassment & jamming, like what's happening on 3.908, THEN we'll worry about the inconsequentials.
SPL is the repeater split. It's a separate addon board like the CTCSS board.
You left out a demonstration of VFO mode. (After band J).
It enables continuous coverage in 5kHz steps from the basement to the attic including the A-channels within the D band. No skips!
Nice to see you're back, good informative video. Thanks!
Very good review! I am really impressed with this radio. Lots of features packed in there.
Nice video! glad you are back! Hopefully you can make the same type of video with the stryker 447hpc2.
Sweet lil' radio, gonna havta get me one eventually! Thanks for the great demo.
I’m in lookin for a cb to put in my off road suv, I’ve been lookin at this one and the midland 75-822. Probably won’t get much use and I don’t know much about them which would be better for me?
I don't have any info on this radio, however, I would assume that the earlier 5 KHz setting may be related to VFO operation which I assume the radio may be capable of. Additional assumption is that this particular setting/adjustment would determine what frequency increments that one could select when tuning around with the radio in VFO mode (possibly 1, 5, 10, 12.5 or 25 KHz increments??).
The SPL function is probably used for Split Frequency operation (for 10 Meter FM repeater operation which uses a standard 100 KHz offset).
Some 10 Meter FM amateur repeaters utilize a Positive (+100 KHz) offset and, other repeaters will use a Negative (-100 KHz) offset. Most repeaters on 10 Meters use a Negative 100 KHz offset. Albeit rare, some repeaters may utilize a non-standard offset that may be less than 100 KHz (like maybe 80 KHz or something else odd).
The TSQ (Tone coded Squelch) is likely an option that must be installed (i.e. added) to the radio so that CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) can be activated. Some 10 Meter amateur repeaters require CTCSS embedded on the FM carrier. Motorola has their own term for CTCSS that is called "PL" (Private Line). AGAIN, if you are using this radio on the upper portion of the amateur radio band for 10 Meter FM repeater operation, you MUST use one of the above 100 KHz offsets and in some cases you may also need CTCSS activated on the proper subaudible frequency/tone to access some of those 10 Meter FM repeaters. Some repeaters are totally open (they don't require a CTCSS tone) while others will require a CTCSS tone.
NOTE: An amateur radio license is required for operating inside the amateur 10 Meter band. AND...an amateur radio General, Advanced or Extra class license is required to operate, within the 10 Meter amateur band - if you are venturing above 28.500 MHz. As far as I know, ALL 10 Meter FM repeaters are within the frequency range of 29.500 - 29.700 MHz. Most 10 Meter FM repeaters use a Negative offset.
ALSO, some 10 Meter repeaters may transmit out on other amateur radio bands in the VHF/UHF region... in addition to retransmitting your signal out on 10 Meters. Consult the ARRL repeater directory for detailed information. Always pay careful attention to the repeater ID when you are attempting to utilize a 10 Meter FM repeater because you can then cross-reference that repeater callsign and obtain a better understanding of what else you may be keying up and where it is.
Keep in mind that propagation on 10 Meters is a major factor in determining which repeaters you may be capable of accessing. I live in Pennsylvania and my first QSO on a 10 Meter repeater was with another ham in NJ (he was about 100 miles away from me). We were both accessing a 10 Meter FM repeater in Puerto Rico to accomplish the contact.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Continuous_Tone-Coded_Squelch_System
I have 2 of these and man they been tough littles rigs.
Is it possible that the connector with the jumpers in the center that you pointed out for the optional squelch tones?
If Stryker would make a single sideband radio like this ,they may have a winner.
Some other video I watched says Stryker IS trying to hash out agreements w/ AnyTone to do just that with the Apollo parts N so on.
Awesome review. Can you please explain why the L45 Wire was clip for? you said it was for a conversion? what conversion may that be??? thanks again for making a great review.. 👍👍
that gives you the 11 meter band aka cb band
What is the driver for the finals how many ? Noticed finals are 3 and are $2 each
The SPL setting is a repeater offset for ham radio use
Thank you for your video. What's W3 for?
I was also wanting to know what we is for
What does Pot w3 do?
Any idea what W3 pot is for ?????
Is this a radio to use for a truck? Commercial truck. I have a dumptruck.
Thats where mine is
I was curios, can you put an spst toggle in line where you cut the white wire, and if I decided to go back to 10m would I have to do an MCU reset every time I change from 10M to CB. Thanks Eddie kj4fgi
IT HAS A BAND SWITCH ALREADY AFTER CONVERSION IT GOES 25-30MHZ, NO NEED FOR A SWITCH THAT YOU MENTIONED
I wonder if you can disguise an AM setting AS the FM mode to get 40 watts for tx. Any programmers got thoughts on this???
AM is limited to 10 watts because that produces 40 watts PEP ("swing") at 100% modulation. If you could achieve 40 watts carrier on AM, modulation would produce 160 watts PEP, or at least try briefly before the big "POP" sound. FM is allowed the higher power because carrier and PEP are the same under modulation. So it's not really a programming issue.
just curious what it w3 for?
I Love my SR-94 ... ( the first in Germany )
Do u have a service manual or 11 meter conversion link.?
open it up, cut the wite jumpernext to the white flat cable , and then program it, (power of, fuction and p6 push in and hold, then switch on, and follow the screen, options cb, hf and 10 meter only, push enter, and ready.
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Anytone Apollo II is the same transceiver
what was W3 ajustment?
Would you use this radio with a 2 or 4 pill amp like the Texas star or X Force?
I think a Texas Star would be great on this radio. 350V
cbrepairguy should I get the radio tuned down to 2 watts or can I just use the low setting with the Amp?
Set the radio to 2 watts would be best.
nice radio i have one ..
Hmmm same finals as a 955 and a few others . So that said knowing what a 955 can do why not tune this radio there is easily 60 to 80 watts to be had here remove that junky little speaker and slap a fan in its place and easily drive a 2 pill hi drive . Maybe even tickle a 4 pill some.
Or de tune to run a 667 or any 1x4 maybe 2x6 ...
This is a little beast with alot of potential.
No one would suspect a 2x6 in the trunk with that radio in the dash . Hahaha
looks like you had a leaky cap there :( KG5cuo
if only it had single Sideband
FIne. Just stay off the Amateur Radio frequencies, good buddy.
Oh there's plenty of room for everyone, Mr Radio policeman - lol.
- *First* let's see certain Alpha-Hotels arrested & fined for harassment & jamming, like what's happening on 3.908, THEN we'll worry about the inconsequentials.